Recall 91V-163: 1987–1990 Great Dane Van Trailer

GREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC. recall for trailer hitches, reported to NHTSA on Sep 9, 1991, covering about 654 vehicles.

NHTSA number
91V-163
Report date
Sep 9, 1991
Vehicles affected
654
Owners notified
Oct 14, 1991

The problem

The top weld on pintle hook crosstube assembly may have been omitted.

The risk

Missing weld could cause the pintle hook mount tubeto become detached from the trailer during over-the-road operations, which couldresult in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Apply any missing welds.

Notes

System: pintle hook.vehicle description: semi-trailers.

Recall details

ManufacturerGREAT DANE TRAILERS, INC.
ComponentTrailer Hitches
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number91V163000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Great Dane Van Trailer1987, 1988, 1989, 1990All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 91V-163?

The top weld on pintle hook crosstube assembly may have been omitted.

How is recall 91V-163 fixed?

Apply any missing welds.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.